What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Stamford?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Stamford is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Stamford?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Stamford is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Stamford?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Stamford. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Stamford via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Stamford?

The distance between Cardiff and Stamford is 188 miles. The road distance is 169.3 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Stamford without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Stamford without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £95 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Stamford?

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Cardiff to Stamford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Stamford train from?

Cardiff to Stamford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Cardiff to Stamford train arrive?

Cardiff to Stamford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Stamford?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Stamford is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Cardiff to Stamford.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Stamford?

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Where can I stay near Stamford?

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Cardiff to Stamford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Stamford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stamfordtrain Birmingham New Street - Cambridge / ...
4h 17m
£98–140
Drive 168.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Stamfordcar 168.3 mi
3h 23m
£41–60
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777 / ...
3. Take the train from Leicester to Stamfordtrain
7h 7m
£56–115
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Herefordtrain
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stamfordtrain
5h 36m
£80–141

Cardiff to Stamford by train

102Weekly Trains

4h 17mAverage Duration

£98Cheapest Price

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Distance: 186.8 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Stamford, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Stamford via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 17m.

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